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By Maribeth KuzmeskiSometimes the biggest business mistake you can make is doing nothing at all.
December 22, 2011
E-Mail Clues in Tracking MF Global Client Funds (DealBook)The investigation into MF Global's collapse took an interesting turn this week, as emails were uncovered that detail the transfer of money in the firm's last days.
December 22, 2011
Regulation Z: CFPB Releases the Final RuleThe long-awaited Truth in Lending Act regulation contains many references to credit disability and credit health insurance -- but is just a placeholder.
December 22, 2011
Save Cash Instead of Saving Taxes This YearEvery business owner knows the drill; we made a profit this year so we need to spend our cash to save on taxes. I want to challenge you to think differently this year to save cash not save taxes.
December 22, 2011
AAA: State Regulation Framework Just Peachy for Contingent Annuities, But What if They're Hybrids?The American Academy of Actuaries supports contingent annuities as an annuity product that should be and can be best regulated by the states, and the show why in the latest actuarial product throwdown among regulators, states and the industry. However, New Jersey, which thinks the product is a hybrid between...
December 21, 2011
3 Communication Tips From the GOP CandidatesThe presidential contenders are great examples of the impact of communication style.
December 21, 2011
Prudential Calls for Coordination on All FrontsPrudential says that state regulators and the NAIC should support the FIO's lead role at the G-20, and FSB.
December 21, 2011
Outlook 2012: Washington — Final Outcomes on Fiduciary, SRO? (AdvisorOne)The regulatory/legislative front will heat up in the New Year for advisors, with four issues taking center stage — the contentious issue of whether…